benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈa-zə-ˌpēn 
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (such as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
And gabapentin becomes dangerous when combined with other central nervous system depressants such as opioids, benzodiazepines or alcohol.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
According to authorities, Muzyka, an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, unlawfully distributed amphetamines and benzodiazepines to individuals who did not have a legitimate medical need between January 2024 and June 2025.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026
An oral drug swab and a urine test for Cooke returned positive for methamphetamine and benzodiazepines, the affidavit states.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2026
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benzodiazepine
noun
ben·zo·di·az·e·pine
ˌben-zō-dī-ˈaz-ə-ˌpēn
: any of a group of aromatic lipophilic amines (as diazepam and chlordiazepoxide) used especially as tranquilizers
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